First-time beet farmer Jan Sandberg had modest expectations when he deployed a FarmDroid robot on his 25-hectare field this season. The Danish farmer, who also operates a machine station, set his sights on a reasonable 45-50 tonnes per hectare for his debut harvest.
Throughout the growing season, the autonomous robot methodically worked its way through the fields, handling all mechanical weeding operations. Sandberg kept the crop management straightforward, implementing just a single fungicide treatment to support the robot’s mechanical work.
The results? A remarkable 70 tonnes per hectare – significantly surpassing initial projections.
The outcome demonstrates how conventional farming practices and modern robotics can work in harmony, achieving impressive results without overcomplicated systems. Sandberg’s approach proves that sometimes less is more, especially when precision seeding and weeding technology enters the equation.
Watch below how it looked when Jan harvested some of the beets:
The success story represents a growing trend among farmers who are finding practical ways to integrate autonomous solutions into their operations. It’s particularly noteworthy coming from a first-time beet farmer, showcasing the accessibility of modern agricultural technology.
As more farmers across Europe look to optimize their operations, Sandberg’s experience offers a compelling case study in how robotics can support traditional farming practices while potentially exceeding yield expectations.
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